He is survived by:
His wife of 53 years:
Brenda Naylor of the home
Two daughters:
Kim Miller and husband Russell of Mt. Ida, Arkansas
Jennifer Jimmerson of Farmington, Arkansas
One son:
J.C. Naylor of Heavener, Oklahoma
One sister:
Carolyn Sams of Heavener, Oklahoma
Two brothers:
Bob Naylor and wife Darlene of Hodgen, Oklahoma
Clyde Naylor and wife Sharon of Hodgen, Oklahoma
Seven grandchildren: Dre Springs and Jesica, Jachaire and Jibran Dugger, Gabriel Perez and Kylee, Katelynn Gray and Tegan, Justin “Buck” Miller, Hayes and Hollis Naylor
One great-grandchild: Izaiah Spring
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and a host of many friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, JaxRyder Ray Jimmerson; one sister, Juanita McAlester, and four brothers Burton, Herschel, Duain, and Roger Naylor.
Chigger, a cherished member of our community, dedicated his life to ranching and farming in the area he called home. His craftsmanship was evident in his rock work at the Heavener Runestone, and he contributed his skills at the LeFlore County Highway Department Dist. 3 and the LeFlore County Assessor’s office.
Known as the chairman at the table of knowledge at the Downtown Café Coffee table, Chigger was a fountain of wisdom and camaraderie. A passionate gardener, avid hunter, and skilled roper, Chigger found joy in riding his beloved mule, Dolly, and showering his grandchildren with love and affection. He savored home-cooked meals by Brenda, which brought the family together in laughter and warmth.
Chigger’s legacy as a loving husband, daddy, PaPa, brother, uncle, and friend will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him. His absence will be profoundly felt, and he will be dearly missed.
Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Sunday, August 9, 2026, at the Lovings Baptist Church in Heavener, Oklahoma with Brother Larry Stacy and Brother David Hardin officiating. Burial will follow in Conser Cemetery under the direction and care of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener, Oklahoma.
Pallbearers will be: Dre Springs, Gabriel Perez, Justin “Buck” Miller, Katie Gray, Tegan Gray, and Taylor Meeks.
Viewing will be from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., Saturday with family visiting with friends from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home. To sign Chigger’s online guestbook please visit www.dowdenrobertsfuneralhome.com.
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